Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
dimerus
ID:
1306468

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Lopes, Chatrou & Mello-Silva

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 66: 71 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318922



Common Names

  • Ephedranthus Dimerus
  • Dimerus Star
  • Dimerus Morning Glory


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Description

Ephedranthus dimerus (also called Ephedra Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has small, needle-like leaves. The flowers are small and yellow and have a tubular structure.

Uses & Benefits

Ephedranthus dimerus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ephedranthus dimerus are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephedranthus dimerus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Ephedranthus dimerus

Ephedranthus dimerus can be found in the Southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Ephedranthus dimerus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ephedranthus dimerus?

Ephedranthus dimerus

What is the common name of Ephedranthus dimerus?

Dimerous Ephedranthus

Where is Ephedranthus dimerus native to?

Brazil

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Laurentius Willem Chatrou (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chatrou' in the authors string.
Renato de Mello-Silva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mello-Silva' in the authors string.
Jenifer de Carvalho Lopes (b.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Lopes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143252-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.